Shubman Gill dismisses Siraj's injury concerns, says it 'takes time'
Mohammed Siraj bowled at a reduced pace and often used a shorter run-up during the Test. His fitness also came under the scanner after he landed heavily while trying to take a catch in Sri Lanka's first innings. Shubman Gill, however, made it clear that Siraj was not carrying an injury.
India captain Shubman Gill dismissed concerns over Mohammed Siraj's fitness following the pacer's subdued performance during the drawn second Test against Sri Lanka. Gill stated that Siraj was not injured and had not been feeling well during the first match, which had been played after a break of nearly two months. The Indian skipper noted that it takes time for players returning to international cricket to regain their rhythm.
Siraj's reduced pace was evident, and despite India reducing Sri Lanka to 229/6 by the end of the fourth day, they were unable to secure a win on the fifth day. Gill attributed the result to Sri Lanka's defensive strategy and the wicket being slower than expected. He praised Prasidh Krishna's performance, considering him a dependable go-to bowler when wickets were not forthcoming.
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